Mountain Bird
Featured in All Animals Great and Small and Alphabet Soup (Letter J). Top 10 Challenge Winner in Alphabet Soup (Letter J)
The Grey Jay, AKA Canada Jay, Whiskey Jack, Camp Robber, is a jay that is a marvelous friend to hikers in the mountain meadows and paths of the highlands in western Canada. They have little fear of humans, which is so cool. They will even land on the hands and arms of those offering food. They are vulnerable, though, because they trust us, and because they inhabit sensitive ecological areas. This image was captured in Strathcona Provincial Park, Vancouver Island, Canada.
Nikon D2Xs, 80-200 mm lens, ISO 400, F6.0, 1/800.
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tuffcookie
Beautiful shot David! love the detail and the look on his face :)
David Friederich replied
Oh thank you, Kelly. This was a special moment for me in the mountains.
Marvin Collins
Great shot of a beautiful little bird, well done David!!
David Friederich replied
Thank you so much, Marvin. You are are such an important supporter of my work.
tuffcookie
its so beautiful :). They are indeed very vulnerable. I heard a very sad stroy about two of our local blue jays over the weekend. I was almost in tears. even though i know its part of nature. this looks like it would be a very special moment :)
Stephen Thomas
Great capture of this Whiskey Jack! Very good detail!
David Friederich replied
Thank you, Stephen. I welcome your comment.
linaji
Are you singing again.. pied piper? this is such a sweet one.
David Friederich replied
Lina, I am always waiting with anticipation for your comment, because I know it will be something a bit unusual, or original. Thank you so much for your comment. I always love receiving messages from you.
Donna Adamski
Beautiful bird and capture :)
David Friederich replied
Thank you so much, Orphie.
Vickie Emms
oh the lovely Grey Jay. We have these guys here in Manitoba too. Gotta love them. Great, clear photo David, love it
DottieDees
Oh, this is picture perfect!!! Love this shot!
David Friederich replied
Dottie, you are such a supporter. I am very appreciative. Thank you.
DottieDees
You bet I am..love your work!
handprintz
Just beautiful David,such great detail
David Friederich replied
Thank you so much, Trudi.
Kathryn J Miller
Wonderful capture.
David Friederich replied
Thank you Kathryn.
Sandy Stewart
Very nicely composed capture of this Whiskey Jack! :)
David Friederich replied
Thank you, Sandy.
jacqi
Beautiful shot. We don’t have these birds but it looks really pretty.
David Friederich replied
Thank you, Jacqi. I think they only habitate western Canada and US. They are pretty, and have lots of personality.
Barry Norton
Great capture, cute too
David Friederich replied
Thanks Barry. These are very cute birds.
melant1017
Wonderful capture with good blur back ground :)
-Antonio
David Friederich replied
Thank you Antonio, The 80-200 mm lens is very good at blurring backgrounds.
Lucindawind
I adore them .. I saw some at Lake Lousie and was fascinated .. .we dont have them here in Ontario just blue ones… fantastic shot of this lovely bird !
David Friederich replied
I adore them too, Elaine. I love their cheekiness, and lack of fear of humans. Thank you for your comment.
solareclips~Ju...
Excellent capture!!
David Friederich replied
Thank you, Julie. I appreciate your comment.
Beve Brown-Clark
Superb capture..what a delight to view this one!
David Friederich replied
And they are a delight to see in person, very gregarious, with little fear of humans. Thank you, Beve.
Mammalia
Fantastic timing here, and flawless details!
David Friederich replied
Thank you again, Mammalia. Your comments are much appreciated.
Tamara Bobst
great capture
David Friederich replied
Thank you, Tamara.
coachpotato
Beautiful bird! Great capture!
David Friederich replied
Glad you like this one, couchpotato. Thank you for your comment.
Gail Bridger
Beautiful, you have some pretty cool shots!!!
David Friederich
Thank you, Gail. I think you have some pretty cool shots, too.
EnVee
Such a pretty bird! excellent capture :)
David Friederich replied
I love these birds, Nancy. They will come very close, even land on your hand. They seem not to have a natural fear of humans. Thank you for favouriting this one and for adding me to your watchlist.
Waleska Luker
So cute!
Marjorie Wallace
Beautiful detail and pose. Really a lovely capture.
Karen Tillotson
Oh how I love these little whiskey jacks! Incredible capture David…great sharpness and the light is terrific!
David Friederich replied
Thank you very much, Karen.
Jay Lethbridge
What a beautiful bird and capture. Just amazing.
David Friederich replied
Thank you Jay for the great compliment.
Brian Dodd
Great Capture, amazing detail!!!
David Friederich replied
Thank you, Brian.
gabbielizzie
great capture,congradulations on your feature
David Friederich replied
Thank you so much. I appreciate your comment.
Sheila Laurens
CONGRATULATIONS ON BEING FEATURED
Please enter this image into the Best of J Challenge
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David Friederich replied
Very cool! Thank you.
Colleen Battis...
Pretty Bird :-)
David Friederich replied
Thank you, Colleen.
Marie Sharp
TOP TEN WINNER IN THE BEST OF J CHALLENGE
David Friederich replied
Thank you, Marie. This is very good news. The winning entry is quite stunning.
DonDavisUK
Congratulations David in coming 8th in the Alphabet Soup Best of J Challenge. Regards, Don
David Friederich replied
Thank you, Don.